http://www.birthrediscovered.co.uk/

Birth Rediscovered, Deal (2026)

11/05/2023

It's been a while..... and I have gained a few new followers, so I thought it's about time I introduced myself again.

I'm Georgina, and I am the face behind Birth Rediscovered! I teach birth preparation classes, and am a postpartum doula based in Deal on the glorious Kent coast.

I am passionate about birth, and helping people feel calm, confident and empowered as they embark on one of the most challenging, life changing and exhilarating moments of their lives.

Everyone knows that the maternity services are struggling at the moment. It is no secret that midwives are overworked, underpaid and exhausted. In the East Kent area, this is particularly prevent, and our maternity services are at a crisis point.

It has never been more important to understand not only how your body and birth works, but also to completely understand the system, your choices and your fundamental rights as a human, and as someone who is giving birth.

This is where I come in. I want to help you understand the nitty gritty of how birth works, but also how to navigate the system as it is at the moment. At the same time, I want to support you in finding confidence in your body, your instincts, and your birth!

If this sounds like something you'd like, send me a message and we can arrange a quick chat, to see if I'm the right fit for you :)

11/04/2023

What does a course with me cover? Swipe through to see session by session...

My course is designed to give you information about all types of birth, so that you feel informed and knowledgeable...ready to take on whatever birth comes your way.

I truly believe that once you understand the physiology of birth, you take away the fear... and when you take away the fear, it is replaced with a confidence and calmness that can lead to a positive and empowered birth, regardless of how that birth occurs.

I also believe that it is incredibly important to prepare for all types of birth, and the interventions that may be offered to you throughout your pregnancy and labour. There's no denying that at this point in time, the rate of induction and intervention is only increasing, and there is a high likelihood that you will be offered these during your pregnancy. Understanding them before they are offered to you, and knowing how to get the information you need to make an informed decision is key to remaining in control of your labour and birth.

When you book a course with me, you also get WhatsApp support from when you book, right through to after you have given birth. Any time you have a question, need a sounding board, or someone to lend a listening ear, I will be there.

If you have any questions about my course, or just want to find out more, send me a DM or fill out the contact form on my website and I'll get right back to you.

Next course starts 20th April -Spaces are available!!

22/03/2023

When are you due?
Still no sign of baby?
You must be well overdue by now!

These are just some of the things we hear when we are approaching, or God forbid past (!!) our due date. Well meaning, (but overstepping) strangers making comments in supermarkets, friends and family calling and texting 'any sign of baby yet?' It's no wonder that we start to feel the pressure of our due date. Many of us have even taken to posting pictures on our social media asking others not to keep asking about when our baby might arrive.

But can our baby ever really be 'late'?

Could it be that the idea of a baby going over their expected 'due date' is too much, for a modern society that is extremely risk averse and places high value on having control over the 'unknown'?

Every person is different. Every baby is different. We all ovulate at different times. Babies will develop at different rates. There is no calculation that can accurately predict when you will give birth to your baby.

Those last few weeks of pregnancy are integral for our little ones. They are readying themselves for the world....their lungs are maturing, they are gaining weight and strength ready for the birth ahead, they are perfecting their sucking and swallowing technique and obtaining antibodies from their parent.

In a normal, healthy pregnancy, the body and baby essentially work together, and a series of events take place to signal that baby is ready to be born and so labour can begin.

Going 'overdue' is one of the most common reasons for induction at this point in time, but there is not good evidence to support this as a course of action. There are, of course, exceptions, and if you have specific medical need to give birth before you reach full term, then it's marvellous that the option is there and available. But induction for going past your dates is not well supported, and if you are offered this, make sure to ask why it would be beneficial for your specifically, what the risks are and what the alternatives might be.

As with everything in birth, you always have the say. It is your body, your choice, and if you want to tell everyone to leave you the heck alone...please feel free 😉

12/03/2023

Group classes starting in Deal, 20th April!

Feel calm, confident and empowered on your journey to parenthood with my Birth Preparation classes.

Complete birth Preparation course, where you can get prepared whilst meeting other expectant parents in the area.

Message me for more details, or check out my website linked below 🙂

www.birthrediscovered.co.uk

08/03/2023

International Women's day is about bringing people together. It is about working alongside each other to cultivate a world where everyone is equal. Where differences are celebrated and people advocate for others and lift them up. It is about celebrating the achievements of women, and those who work tirelessly to create a better future for those who come after them.

I am lucky enough to be surrounded by women who inspire me, but disappointly, I'm not sure I've ever verbalised this to them individually! So, let this be an open letter to all the wonderful women in my life.

Thank you for inspiring me. Inspiring me to be a better mother, a better friend and a better version of myself.

I am lucky to be blessed with family who are so kind, caring and selfless. I am blessed with friends who are strong, capable, and brilliant. I am blessed with new found friends and colleagues, who are passionate, knowledgeable and uplifting.

It's because of these wonderful people that I feel confident and inspired to work alongside other women, and help them feel empowered and supported, the way that others have empowered and supported me.

Thank you all 🥰

P.s. On this day, I'd also like to mention the midwife who attend the birth of my first son. Her name was Diane, and at the time, I don't think I realised what a massive impact she had on me, my birth experience and ultimately, my reasons for going into this line of work. She fully empowered me to have the birth I wanted, simply by allowing and encouraging me just to be. This warrants a longer post one day, but for now... Diane, from QEQM hospital, MLU, in 2014 - I've never forgotten you. Thank you!

05/03/2023

There are so many factors that influence how birth happens in modern society, and unfortunately it seems as though few of them have parent and baby at the centre.

Society has changed so much over the last 100 years or so, and with that, the way we birth has changed dramatically. We have become such a risk averse society, that many of the wonderful medical advances we have made to help improve maternal outcomes, have started to be overused, over relied upon, and can end up being the cause of negative outcomes, rather than avoiding them.

Birth is no longer viewed as a 'normal' everyday occurance that occasionally needs a little extra help. People are often not given the opportunity to let their bodies do what is the physiological norm. Now, we see far more people being recommended to end their pregnancy early based on fear and anxiety over what we do not know.

It's as if society now finds it hard to understand why having medical control over a labour and birth wouldn't be the right way to go? Surely it's always the best to utilise the tools we have, right?

It certainly seems as though the tide is starting to change now, and evidence based research is slowly creeping into to some professional practice. But sadly we still have a long way to go.

This is why knowing and understanding birth in all its multifaceted glory is really important for expectant families.

Having a positive birth experience starts with getting informed.

25/02/2023

Big caveat with this post...

The stats provided are unclear, and although I've recognised that these statistics could be interpreted in different ways, one thing is very clear - lots of people have made the same assumption, and therefore it's important to talk about what this might mean if we have read them correctly.

Whether this rate is a true reflection or not, what's absolutely clear is that the rates of induction in the UK are rising, and without clear medical need in a lot of cases. Many parents are being recommended inductions that do not reflect real medical necessity, and without strong evidence to support it.

Once again, birth is not a one size fits all, and there will always be times where a particular course of action will be right for you and your individual circumstances.

The most important thing you can do as an expectant parent is understand how to ask the right questions, and obtain the information you need to make an informed choice.

Make sure you know why an induction is being offered. Ask what evidence there is to support it in your individual case. Ask what the risks are, and what alternatives there might be. Listen to your instincts.

Your midwife and Dr's should be very willing to give you all the information you need.

Mostly importantly, as always in birth, YOU are the most important person, you get to make the choice, you have the final say.

Let me know if you have any questions! Xx

23/02/2023

What a set of stats!

The East Kent Maternity trust has announced the January Stats, and despite their joyful presentation, the numbers leave a lot to be desired! Check out their insta page for the full run down.

Evidence doesn't support such high C-section rates,(42%!) and sadly the rates seem to be rising.

There are many reasons why a C-section may absolutely be the right choice for you, your baby and your individual circumstances. It's a necessary an life saving surgery that is a completely valid birth choice.

However, many people in this area who did not plan for a C-section have ended up having major abdominal surgery that may not have been the best option for them. This could have made their recovery more challenging, impacted their feeding choice, opened up the possibility of further complications and potentially left them with birth trauma, especially if they did not feel they were listened to, felt out of control, overwhelmed and unsupported.

The best defense against unnecessary surgery is to get prepared...

Understanding caesareans, their risks and benefits and recovery both short and long term is important.

Having a 'just in case' plan, so that if you opt to have a caesarean, you can remain calm and in control is important.

Understanding and trusting your own body and instincts is important.

Knowing your rights is important.

You are important.

Your choices should always be respected.

Please reach out if you have any questions about this, the stats for our area, or C-sections in general, my messages are always open :)

19/02/2023

A lovely review I received this weekend, from the lovely Sarah who took my birth preparation course last year!

Full review....

'Georgie was amazing! After not being able to attend any Antenatal classes during my first pregnancy due to the pandemic, I was keen to see what I had missed. I'm glad I did! Even after going through it all before, my 2nd was a totally different experience - from pregnancy thought to labour. Georgie made me feel like I had all the information I needed to make better choices for me and my baby, so I felt so much more in control than I had previously. Would highly recommend anyone to do her classes, not only will you get invaluable guidance whether it's your 1st or not, but you also get to speak with an incredibly caring person who will put you at ease throughout the whole thing!'

If you'd like to know about the courses I offer, get in touch and I I'll be happy to answer all your questions. Catch my via DM or email me on georgina@birthrediscovered.co.uk

12/02/2023

Please do message me if you have any questions at all, I'm always happy to answer :)

07/02/2023

Have you ever heard of a Post-partum doula? Neither had I! How I wish I had when I had my children, especially my second!

Having a postpartum doula is something that would be a huge benefit to every new family, though sadly, not many people know about them!

In essence, a post-partum doula is someone who supports a family in their postnatal period, helping them adjust to life with a new baby, and ease the transition to a different dynamic.

Each family a doula supports will have their own unique circumstances and needs, and part of the Doula's role is to help them figure out what kind of help and support will benefit them the most.

For some people, it might look like preparing nutritious meals, providing practical baby care information, and emphasising and supporting the recovery of the birthing parent.

For others, it may look like emotional support - listening, validation and reassurance in a confusing and sometimes overwhelming time.

It may look like feeding support, signposting to professionals if needed, and providing information on realistic expectations for newborns.

It could be one, or all of these things... Support will look different to each person.

Whatever you need to help take some of the pressure off in those early days, so you can focus on you - your recovery, your baby and your family.

If this feels like something you are intrigued by, send me a DM and we can arrange a completely free, no pressure chat, so you can see if this is something you feel would benefit you, and if I'm the right person to provide that support.

Xx

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